Input Needed- Questions on Bagging my 2WD Jimmy

[jermasaurus]

Hey everyone.

I'm finally at the point where I'm ready to make some purchases to bag my 79 Jimmy. There are some things that I am unclear about, and need help with. I have searched and searched more over the past few months.

Basically, I would like the current static height of my truck to be my normal ride height. I achieved this by cutting 2 coils off the front springs ( i know, i know) and doing a flip in the rear. The rear is sitting about 1" higher with air shocks in the pic BTW. Currently, no drop spindles, arms, etc. So it is roughly 4.5/5" drop.


MY INTENTIONS
I am not looking to lay frame as of yet, or do a drop member any time soon. Also not looking to drop/rise insanely fast. I'm quite alright with a few seconds of drop/rise.
For the Front, I am installing new energy suspension bushings and either 2" or 3" spindles (Haven't decided), and modify inner fenders accordingly.
For the rear, I am going to notch the frame so it can drop to the point where the axle housing contacts the floor ~4-5" inches. At this point, I am going to go with a bag over leaf or axle. I intend to pull a few leafs do acquire my drop. I need input from experience on which way to go here.


So the main parts list I have so far.
4 bags (need help deciding on these)
Brackets (need help with front style)
Tank (again- need help deciding)
Little Larry Four Play http://s425783753.initial-website.com
Rebuilt York
Misc fittings, oil trap, line, press switch, gauges, etc

If anyone can provide some input- here are my biggest questions:

FRONT
1. Which bag?
I thought I was going to buy firestones @ 4/$280 shipped, but I have been researching and keep finding people swearing by slam specialties- So I am convinced to buy those after reading all the positive feedback. . I really haven't a clue which bag to use, what size of that bag, etc. If there is a particular bag that works like a charm with our trucks, and provides nice Lexus type ride, I would love to hear some suggestions.

2. Cups Vs Plates?
I just don't understand which one to use and why. Is the purpose of the cups so the bag can collapse and be flush with the spring pocket for that much more drop/travel? I need education on this, and searching isn't helping for some reason.


REAR
Bag over leaf? Bag over Axle?
Are there some serious pros/cons to either of these setups seeing as how I intend to drop the truck 4-5" when aired out? I'm not against a 4 link, I'm just not ready yet.


TANK
I am clueless as to what size tank to get. I'm sure once bagged, I'll be like a kid on christmas morning with the truck. But My normal intentions are to just air down when I'm parked for a while/cruise nights/every night? I Don't want the compressor to run every single time I make an adjustment, but also would like to keep some cargo space if the tank has to be inside the truck.


Finally...Any suggestions on where to purchase from? Local Chicago area would be nice. Any place with good prices or package deals that ships reasonably and quickly is great too.


Anyways, I think that's all my rambling for now. I seriously appreciate any input/suggestions/experience/etc.


Thanks
-Jeremy


The Jimmy in question: